Pequi Cozido na Manteiga
Boiled Pequi in Butter
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
The distinctive and aromatic pequi fruit, gently boiled until tender and then generously coated in melted butter. A traditional and unique side dish from Brazil's Central-West region.
Key ingredients
Pequi fruit, unsalted butter, salt.
Optional tweaks
Confirm it's cooked simply with butter and salt, without any sugary glaze or high-carb accompaniments.
Watch out for
Typically served with rice; ensure no rice or other high-carb sides are provided. Hidden sugars in some preparations (unlikely for this simple dish).
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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